Tung Chung Island Introduction
The local residents became wealthy in the past due to coral collection, resulting in a prosperous community. The fishing port streets are lined with small buildings, exuding a harbor city charm, and are often referred to as "Little Hong Kong." Jiangjunao Island, located just one nautical mile from Wang-an Island, has an area only one-fifth that of Wang-an Island, yet its population is close to that of the main island. The residents of Jiangjunao Island once thrived from collecting coral and aragonite, leading to significant prosperity, with buildings densely packed and a unique harbor city atmosphere different from other islands, earning it titles such as "Little Hong Kong" and "Little Kaohsiung." Currently, most residents live by fishing. On the western side of the island, there is a Jiangjun Temple along with Yong'an Palace and Tianhou Temple, which serve as centers of faith for the villagers. The decorations and inscriptions in these temples reveal a historical connection between the renovations and the rise and fall of the fishing industry. Surrounding Jiangjunao Island are many other islands. The eastern coastline features "Sail Rock," named for its sail-like shape, which connects with Jiangjunao Island at low tide, making it a typical land-connected island and also known as "Jiangmen Island." There is also the uninhabited "Wangyou Island," known for its beautiful coral reef ecology, where one can explore the underwater world at the famous snorkeling spot, Jinguazai Reef, and experience camping away from the hustle and bustle on a deserted island! If one takes a boat south from Jiangjunao Island, they can reach the ecological reserve, Headscarf Island, which boasts a unique landscape of half yellow volcanic gravel and half black basalt. On the coastal erosion platforms, many tidal pools resembling small ponds are seen, nurturing various intertidal organisms. The ecology of these tidal pools changes as they are submerged by the rising tide. Additionally, many different species of terns inhabit the island, such as the Crested Tern and the Black-faced Spoonbill, which stop here as migratory birds, allowing for distant observation of these terns while cruising!
Kong-jun-ao Islet
Kongngou Island
